Finding Aid

Digital Surrogates: Except where indicated, this document describes but does not reproduce the actual text, images and objects which make up this collection. Materials are available only in the Special Collections Department.

Use of Collections: The University of Iowa Libraries supports access to the materials, published and unpublished, in its collections. Nonetheless, access to some items may be restricted by their fragile condition or by contractual agreement with donors, and it may not be possible at all times to provide appropriate machinery for reading, viewing or accessing non-paper-based materials. Please read our Use of Manuscripts Statement.

Acquisition and Processing Information: These titles were transferred to the University of Iowa Libraries by the College of Engineering. Guide posted to the Internet and updated January 2008.

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Scope and Contents

The theses in this collection were prepared by undergraduate students enrolled in the UI College of Engineering during the early 1900's. Many of the theses were implemented as public works projects by Iowa communities and are so indicated by title. For example:

The titles are arranged in alphabetical order by name of author, including year of completion. The number at the end of each entry was assigned chronologically at one time by cataloging staff as each title was received. A total of 247 titles are listed. Some of the volumes are in fragile condition; contact Special Collections staff prior to use.

Box Contents List

Box 1

Adams, Joseph Quincy. The design of a system of street grades for Corydon, Iowa. 1909. 51.